<p><strong>Join Our Close-Knit School Community in 2025!</strong></p><p>Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in a small, close-knit community that values connection, wellbeing, diversity and excellence in education? Do you thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your growth as an educator is a priority? If so, we would love to hear from you!</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><p>At our school, we are dedicated to supporting you in your role. Here&#39;s how we help you thrive:</p><ul><li><strong>Dedicated Collaboration Time:</strong> Enjoy five hours each week to collaborate, plan, and engage in professional learning with your team. This ensures that your 20 hours of face-to-face teaching are as effective and rewarding as possible.</li><li><strong>Supportive Leadership:</strong> Benefit from leadership that is committed to guiding, modeling, and developing effective learning and teaching practices for all teachers, as well as a structured and supportive mentoring program for graduate teachers.</li><li><strong>Classroom Support:</strong> Each classroom is equipped with Learning Support Officers to assist in creating an optimal learning environment.</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Catholic Identity:</strong> A commitment to, and respect for, the Catholic identity of our school.</li><li><strong>Qualifications:</strong> Registration with VIT and accreditation to teach in a Catholic school, or a willingness to undertake accreditation.</li><li><strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> An ability to collaborate and actively contribute in a team-focused environment.</li><li><strong>Differentiated Learning:</strong> A thorough understanding of differentiated and personalized learning approaches.</li><li><strong>Contemporary Teaching Practices:</strong> Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing modern teaching and learning strategies, particularly in Literacy and Numeracy.</li><li><strong>Student Wellbeing:</strong> An understanding of wellbeing strategies to support learning and address specific student needs.</li><li><strong>Relationship Building:</strong> The ability to develop respectful, learning-centered relationships with children and their families.</li><li><strong>Effective Communication:</strong> Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with children, colleagues, parents/carers, and community members.</li><li><strong>Commitment to Continuous Learning:</strong> A willingness to engage with colleagues in a cycle of continuous inquiry and learning about effective teaching practices.</li><li><strong>School Community Participation:</strong> An eagerness to participate in the broader life of the school, including the Sacramental program, camps, and community events.</li><li><strong>Commitment to Growth:</strong> A willingness to engage in ongoing learning and constructive self and peer reflection.</li><li><strong>Tech Savvy:</strong> Experience in using information technologies as tools for learning. Familiarity with Google Drive and Seesaw is a plus.</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Today!</strong></p><p>We encourage interested applicants to visit our website, read our newsletters, or explore our social media platforms to learn more about our vibrant school community.</p><p><i>Please note, an appointment may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.</i></p><p>As a member of our community, you will be required to adhere to the St Brigid&#39;s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, which is designed to ensure the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care.</p><p>Our community is deeply committed to these principles and to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all.</p>